Written Question·Northern Ireland Office·UIN 54018

Cervical Cancer: Northern Ireland

Tabled: 21 May 2025
Answered: 6 June 2025

Question

Claire Hanna

Social Democratic & Labour PartyBelfast South and Mid Down

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what discussions he has had with the Northern Ireland Health Minister on establishing a public inquiry into issues around cervical screening in the Southern Health Trust.

Answer

Hilary Benn
I recognise the serious concerns regarding cervical screening services in Northern Ireland. However, this is a devolved matter and responsibility rests with the Northern Ireland Department of Health. The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State and I liaise...

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